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Tue, 30 May 2017 18:52:45 +0000Tue, 30 May 2017 18:52:45 +000060enAll rights reservedfeeds@soundcloud.com (SoundCloud Feeds)The Learning Partnership is a national charitable organization dedicated to advancing publicly funded education in Canada. The Learning Partnership is a national charitable…The Learning Partnershipfeeds@soundcloud.comThe Learning Partnershipnohttp://i1.sndcdn.com/avatars-000141136313-v62ltt-original.pngThe Learning Partnershiphttp://www.thelearningpartnership.ca/
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/325232101Hot Topics in Education: Financial LiteracyTue, 30 May 2017 18:52:45 +0000https://soundcloud.com/the-learning-partnership/financial-literacy
00:16:21The Learning PartnershipnoFinancial Literacy Leader, Jane Rooney, joins us in a discussion about Financial Literacy for students. Ms. Rooney was appointed Financial Liter acy Leader in April 2014 for a term of up to five years, acting under the instructions of the Commissioner of the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC). She and her financial literacy team earned the Public Service Award of Excellence for their innovative approach to engaging students, with the development of The City, a Financial Life Skills Resource that teaches money management through an interactive and fun online world.Financial Literacy Leader, Jane Rooney, joins us …Financial Literacy Leader, Jane Rooney, joins us in a discussion about Financial Literacy for students. Ms. Rooney was appointed Financial Liter acy Leader in April 2014 for a term of up to five years, acting under the instructions of the Commissioner of the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC). She and her financial literacy team earned the Public Service Award of Excellence for their innovative approach to engaging students, with the development of The City, a Financial Life Skills Resource that teaches money management through an interactive and fun online world.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/311544733Hot Topics in Education: The Importance of Safety in Experiential LearningFri, 10 Mar 2017 19:59:16 +0000https://soundcloud.com/the-learning-partnership/tssa
00:11:17The Learning PartnershipnoLes Simonffy, an elevating device class A mechanic and a level 2 NAARSO certified amusement ride inspector from the Technical Standards and Safety Authority in Ontario joins us to talk about the importance of safety in experiential learning. Les has been an inspector with the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) for over 20 years.Les Simonffy, an elevating device class A mechani…Les Simonffy, an elevating device class A mechanic and a level 2 NAARSO certified amusement ride inspector from the Technical Standards and Safety Authority in Ontario joins us to talk about the importance of safety in experiential learning. Les has been an inspector with the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) for over 20 years.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/263808594Hot Topics in Education: Student Voice & Global LearningThu, 12 May 2016 18:01:16 +0000https://soundcloud.com/the-learning-partnership/michael-furdyk
00:17:29The Learning PartnershipnoMichael Furdyk is the Co-founder of TakingITGlobal (www.tigweb.org), which provides innovative global education programs that empower youth to understand and act on the world's greatest challenges. TIG was awarded the 2013 Intercultural Innovation Award by BMW and the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations.
In the past, he turned his interest in technology into several successful online companies, including MyDesktop.com, which sold to Internet.com in 1999. In 2008, he was named by Contribute Magazine as one of 10 Tech Revolutionaries Redefining the Power and Face of Philanthropy.
Michael has appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Show, presented at TED, and was named one of Teen People's "Twenty Teens that will Change the World". Over the last decade, he has keynoted over 100 events across sectors, sharing his social media expertise and insights on youth engagement and educational reform to audiences in over 30 countries. He sits on several non-profit boards, and recently completed his Master of Design (MDes) in Inclusive Design at OCAD University.
Michael Furdyk is the Co-founder of TakingITGloba…Michael Furdyk is the Co-founder of TakingITGlobal (www.tigweb.org), which provides innovative global education programs that empower youth to understand and act on the world's greatest challenges. TIG was awarded the 2013 Intercultural Innovation Award by BMW and the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations.
In the past, he turned his interest in technology into several successful online companies, including MyDesktop.com, which sold to Internet.com in 1999. In 2008, he was named by Contribute Magazine as one of 10 Tech Revolutionaries Redefining the Power and Face of Philanthropy.
Michael has appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Show, presented at TED, and was named one of Teen People's "Twenty Teens that will Change the World". Over the last decade, he has keynoted over 100 events across sectors, sharing his social media expertise and insights on youth engagement and educational reform to audiences in over 30 countries. He sits on several non-profit boards, and recently completed his Master of Design (MDes) in Inclusive Design at OCAD University.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/250850136Hot Topics in Education: The Value of Games in EducationTue, 08 Mar 2016 16:42:23 +0000https://soundcloud.com/the-learning-partnership/the-value-of-games-in-education
00:14:04The Learning PartnershipnoSande Chen, a serious games consultant who helps companies harness the power of video games for non-entertainment purposes and is the co-author of Serious Games: Games That Educate, Train, and Inform joins us for a discussion on the use of games in education. She can be found on Twitter: https://twitter.com/sandechen
Tweet this podcast! - http://ctt.ec/Iw66LSande Chen, a serious games consultant who helps …Sande Chen, a serious games consultant who helps companies harness the power of video games for non-entertainment purposes and is the co-author of Serious Games: Games That Educate, Train, and Inform joins us for a discussion on the use of games in education. She can be found on Twitter: https://twitter.com/sandechen
Tweet this podcast! - http://ctt.ec/Iw66Ltag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/241015834Hot Topics in Education: Education Reform in FinlandMon, 11 Jan 2016 19:21:34 +0000https://soundcloud.com/the-learning-partnership/hot-topics-in-education-education-reform-in-finland
00:21:42The Learning PartnershipnoMs. Irmeli Halinen is the Head of the Curriculum Development for the Finnish National Board of Education. This state agency is in charge of the development of education in Finland, and works under the auspices of the Ministry of Education and Culture. Ms. Halinen is coordinating the national curriculum reform 2012 - 2016.
Ms. Halinen is also a member of the Finnish National Commission for UNESCO and sits on the advisory board for the affiliated international organization SEdA. She is the national coordinator of the European organization CIDREE and her curriculum expertise has been sought in Nepal, India, China, the Caribbean area, Canada, and several European as well as in some Arab, Latin American, and African countries.
She joins us to share some insights on Finland's current educational reforms.
Ms. Irmeli Halinen is the Head of the Curriculum …Ms. Irmeli Halinen is the Head of the Curriculum Development for the Finnish National Board of Education. This state agency is in charge of the development of education in Finland, and works under the auspices of the Ministry of Education and Culture. Ms. Halinen is coordinating the national curriculum reform 2012 - 2016.
Ms. Halinen is also a member of the Finnish National Commission for UNESCO and sits on the advisory board for the affiliated international organization SEdA. She is the national coordinator of the European organization CIDREE and her curriculum expertise has been sought in Nepal, India, China, the Caribbean area, Canada, and several European as well as in some Arab, Latin American, and African countries.
She joins us to share some insights on Finland's current educational reforms.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/226106388Canada's Outstanding Principals Podcast: Adrienne BlumenthalTue, 29 Sep 2015 14:19:18 +0000https://soundcloud.com/the-learning-partnership/canadas-outstanding-principals-podcast-adrienne-blumenthal
00:13:33The Learning PartnershipnoIn this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Principals Podcast, Jon Powell speaks with Adrienne Blumenthal of Porters Lake Elementary School in Porters Lake, Nova Scotia. With a thorough understanding of curriculum and effective pedagogy, Adrienne is recognized for developing a co-teaching model at Porters Lake Elementary School between resource and classroom teachers to co-plan, teach, debrief and identify next steps for instruction, while using technology-based tracking systems to collect critical assessment data. The success of the model resulted in an increase in student achievement and greater collaboration among teachers. It also sparked strong interest from other schools to implement similar practices in their classrooms.
Tweet this podcast! - http://ctt.ec/J3f_xIn this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Princ…In this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Principals Podcast, Jon Powell speaks with Adrienne Blumenthal of Porters Lake Elementary School in Porters Lake, Nova Scotia. With a thorough understanding of curriculum and effective pedagogy, Adrienne is recognized for developing a co-teaching model at Porters Lake Elementary School between resource and classroom teachers to co-plan, teach, debrief and identify next steps for instruction, while using technology-based tracking systems to collect critical assessment data. The success of the model resulted in an increase in student achievement and greater collaboration among teachers. It also sparked strong interest from other schools to implement similar practices in their classrooms.
Tweet this podcast! - http://ctt.ec/J3f_xtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/225052303Canada's Outstanding Principals Podcast: James WahlTue, 22 Sep 2015 15:17:42 +0000https://soundcloud.com/the-learning-partnership/canadas-outstanding-principals-podcast-james-wahl
00:17:48The Learning PartnershipnoIn this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Principals Podcast, Jon Powell speaks with James Wahl of St. Francis Community School in Regina, Saskatchewan. James has been at a variety of Saskatchewan Catholic schools, specializing in curriculum and instruction especially on professional learning communities. He believes that innovation must be actionable and demonstratively productive in terms of student achievement outcomes. He has implemented 21st century learning in St. Francis, which uses Bring Your Own Devices (BYOD) as a way to improve student learning.
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In this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Princ…In this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Principals Podcast, Jon Powell speaks with James Wahl of St. Francis Community School in Regina, Saskatchewan. James has been at a variety of Saskatchewan Catholic schools, specializing in curriculum and instruction especially on professional learning communities. He believes that innovation must be actionable and demonstratively productive in terms of student achievement outcomes. He has implemented 21st century learning in St. Francis, which uses Bring Your Own Devices (BYOD) as a way to improve student learning.
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tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/223264702Canada's Outstanding Principals Podcast: Bonnie WorrallThu, 10 Sep 2015 18:40:25 +0000https://soundcloud.com/the-learning-partnership/canadas-outstanding-principals-podcast-bonnie-worrall
00:10:35The Learning PartnershipnoIn this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Principals Podcast, Jon Powell speaks with Bonnie Worrall of Geary Elementary Community School in Geary, New Brunswick. Before becoming principal at Geary Elementary, Bonnie completed her Master’s degree in Administration and earned her principal’s certificate – all while teaching full-time and raising three boys. Under Bonnie’s leadership, staff work in teams to mark student writing, assess reading skills, and examine ways to target specific concerns as identified in provincial and district math assessments. Bonnie’s strong partnerships within the Geary community have enabled the school to purchase classroom and library books, fund school trips and theatrical performances.
Tweet this podcast! - http://ctt.ec/80w9pIn this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Princ…In this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Principals Podcast, Jon Powell speaks with Bonnie Worrall of Geary Elementary Community School in Geary, New Brunswick. Before becoming principal at Geary Elementary, Bonnie completed her Master’s degree in Administration and earned her principal’s certificate – all while teaching full-time and raising three boys. Under Bonnie’s leadership, staff work in teams to mark student writing, assess reading skills, and examine ways to target specific concerns as identified in provincial and district math assessments. Bonnie’s strong partnerships within the Geary community have enabled the school to purchase classroom and library books, fund school trips and theatrical performances.
Tweet this podcast! - http://ctt.ec/80w9ptag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/219654020Hot Topics in Education: The German Apprenticeship SystemMon, 17 Aug 2015 17:17:45 +0000https://soundcloud.com/the-learning-partnership/hot-topics-in-education-the-german-apprenticeship-system
00:24:17The Learning PartnershipnoAlbert Schepers, a Sociologist and Consultant, at G.I.B. mbH (Gesellschaft für innovative Beschäftigungsförderung - Innovative employment promotion company) joins us to talk about the Germany’s dual system. Albert Schepers, a Sociologist and Consultant, at…Albert Schepers, a Sociologist and Consultant, at G.I.B. mbH (Gesellschaft für innovative Beschäftigungsförderung - Innovative employment promotion company) joins us to talk about the Germany’s dual system. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/213961123Hot Topics in Education: The Importance of Hands-on LearningMon, 13 Jul 2015 17:45:49 +0000https://soundcloud.com/the-learning-partnership/hot-topics-in-education-the-importance-of-hands-on-learning
00:16:40The Learning PartnershipnoDany Dumont is a northerner from Hearst, Ontario, where he began his career and discovered his passion for trades and innovation in pedagogical practices. Since 2007, he has been the principal of Centre professionnel et technique Minto in Ottawa, a school recognized for its progressive 21st century skills approach to teaching. Dany joins us to talk about the success of a hands-on approach to learning at his school.
Tweet this podcast! - http://ctt.ec/Jax27Dany Dumont is a northerner from Hearst, Ontario,…Dany Dumont is a northerner from Hearst, Ontario, where he began his career and discovered his passion for trades and innovation in pedagogical practices. Since 2007, he has been the principal of Centre professionnel et technique Minto in Ottawa, a school recognized for its progressive 21st century skills approach to teaching. Dany joins us to talk about the success of a hands-on approach to learning at his school.
Tweet this podcast! - http://ctt.ec/Jax27tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/212667049Canada's Outstanding Principals Podcast: Marcie GomesThu, 02 Jul 2015 13:09:20 +0000https://soundcloud.com/the-learning-partnership/marcie-gomes
00:12:23The Learning PartnershipnoIn this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Principals Podcast, Jon Powell speaks with Marcie Gomes of St. Henry School in Calgary, Alberta. Under Marcie’s leadership, St. Henry has become data-driven and assessment literate, gathering and analyzing student outcomes to inform teaching and learning. Marcie’s dedicated leadership has transformed St. Henry into a caring and inclusive place of learning.
Tweet this podcast! - http://ctt.ec/5pctRIn this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Princ…In this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Principals Podcast, Jon Powell speaks with Marcie Gomes of St. Henry School in Calgary, Alberta. Under Marcie’s leadership, St. Henry has become data-driven and assessment literate, gathering and analyzing student outcomes to inform teaching and learning. Marcie’s dedicated leadership has transformed St. Henry into a caring and inclusive place of learning.
Tweet this podcast! - http://ctt.ec/5pctRtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/211772767Canada's Outstanding Principals Podcast: Peggy HobsonWed, 24 Jun 2015 15:12:15 +0000https://soundcloud.com/the-learning-partnership/canadas-outstanding-principals-podcast-peggy-hobson
00:14:40The Learning PartnershipnoIn this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Principals Podcast, Jon Powell speaks with Peggy Hobson of Henry G. Izatt Middle School (HGI) in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Peggy is a driving force in making HGI a place for 21st century learning. Students know that staff at HGI supports their learning needs and interests, leading to better attendance and academic success. All this bears witness to Peggy's leadership.
Tweet this podcast! - http://ctt.ec/dbc7cIn this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Princ…In this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Principals Podcast, Jon Powell speaks with Peggy Hobson of Henry G. Izatt Middle School (HGI) in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Peggy is a driving force in making HGI a place for 21st century learning. Students know that staff at HGI supports their learning needs and interests, leading to better attendance and academic success. All this bears witness to Peggy's leadership.
Tweet this podcast! - http://ctt.ec/dbc7ctag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/211486709Hot Topics in Education: What Brain Research Tells Us About Learning MathMon, 22 Jun 2015 17:40:59 +0000https://soundcloud.com/the-learning-partnership/hot-topics-in-education-what-brain-research-tells-us-about-learning-math
00:22:51The Learning PartnershipnoDavid Sousa, International Consultant in Education Neuroscience and Author of best-sellers How the Brain Learns and How the Brain Learns Mathematics joins us to share advice for educators and parents on using brain research to improve the teaching of mathematics.
Tweet this podcast! - http://ctt.ec/bkY4c David Sousa, International Consultant in Educatio…David Sousa, International Consultant in Education Neuroscience and Author of best-sellers How the Brain Learns and How the Brain Learns Mathematics joins us to share advice for educators and parents on using brain research to improve the teaching of mathematics.
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00:13:48The Learning PartnershipnoIn this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Principals Podcast, Jon Powell speaks with Cathy Gukert of École Mountview School in Red Deer, Alberta. Cathy has 37 years of experience in education and has served in two of the largest elementary settings and has worked endlessly to create cultures that recognize and build upon student strengths.
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In this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Princ…In this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Principals Podcast, Jon Powell speaks with Cathy Gukert of École Mountview School in Red Deer, Alberta. Cathy has 37 years of experience in education and has served in two of the largest elementary settings and has worked endlessly to create cultures that recognize and build upon student strengths.
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tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/210581897Hot Topics in Education: Math Talent in Every ChildTue, 16 Jun 2015 13:37:33 +0000https://soundcloud.com/the-learning-partnership/hot-topics-in-education-math-talent-in-every-child
00:16:20The Learning PartnershipnoJohn Mighton, founder of JUMP Math and author of best-seller The Myth of Ability: Nurturing Mathematical Talent in Every Child, joins us to share how anyone can learn and teach math.
Tweet this podcast! - http://ctt.ec/320zGJohn Mighton, founder of JUMP Math and author of …John Mighton, founder of JUMP Math and author of best-seller The Myth of Ability: Nurturing Mathematical Talent in Every Child, joins us to share how anyone can learn and teach math.
Tweet this podcast! - http://ctt.ec/320zGtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/209691462Canada's Outstanding Principals Podcast: Nevin HalykWed, 10 Jun 2015 14:01:25 +0000https://soundcloud.com/the-learning-partnership/canadas-outstanding-principals-podcast-nevin-halyk
00:13:53The Learning PartnershipnoIn this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Principals Podcast, Jon Powell speaks with Nevin Halyk of Wadena Elementary School in Wadena, Saskatchewan. Nevin is a transformative leader with a passion for teaching history and chemistry. His strong connections with his students and staff have helped them develop new interests and skills and improve their sense of self-efficacy.
Tweet this podcast! - http://ctt.ec/66693In this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Princ…In this episode of the Canada’s Outstanding Principals Podcast, Jon Powell speaks with Nevin Halyk of Wadena Elementary School in Wadena, Saskatchewan. Nevin is a transformative leader with a passion for teaching history and chemistry. His strong connections with his students and staff have helped them develop new interests and skills and improve their sense of self-efficacy.
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